Early-Life High Sugar Intake Linked to Adult Depression Risk

A British food policy analysis suggests that high sugar consumption during pregnancy and early childhood is associated with increased risk of depression and anxiety in adulthood. The finding is based on observational data and policy changes, not a controlled trial, so causality remains uncertain. This adds to evidence on early-life nutritional programming of mental health.

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